Voila pour l'organisation de ce voyage. Demain je debuterai le récit ce ce voyage avec entre autre la préparation de mon sac de voyage, mon vol pour Toronto via Philadelphie ainsi que ma première nuit en Amérique qui a été très froide... c'était dans un parque en plein centre de Torono enmitouflé dans mon sac de couchage avec des sdf pour me tenir compagnie ! Oui car arrivé trop tard l'auberge de jeunesse était fermé !
Récit de mon voyage de route en Amérique du Nord
by Carlito91
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour je revient sur ce forum pour vous faire partager le recit de mon road-trip en amérique du nord que j'ai effectué cet été.
Mon projet avant de partie était de bosser dans la vallée de l'Okanagan pour cueillir des cerises.
J'ai donc tout d'abord préparer ce voyage en consultant ce forum comme vous tous pouvez le faire.
J'ai pris contacte avec deux français de Bordeaux (moi je suis de Paris) qui avaient le même projet et à la même période.
J'ai décider d'acheter tout d'abord un aller/retour pour Toronto car celui étant le moins cher pour entrer en Amérique du nord.
C'est toujours grâce à voyageforum.com et à son moteur de recherche que j'ai trouver un Paris-Toronto pour 402 euros A/R avec la compagnie US Airways avec un aller pour le 12 Juin et un retour pour le 25 Aout.
Sachant que les deux francais arriverai eux une semaine plus tard à Montréal il me fallait organiser ma première semaine de voyage.
J'ai donc opter pour une auberge de jeunesse à Toronto afin de rester 4 jours dans la capitale financière du Canada.
J'ai acheter un billet de bus aller:retour greyhound pour pouvoir me rendre aux chutes du Niagara pour une quarantaine de dollars.
J'ai également acheter un biller aller pour Montreal pour rejoindre les deux français.
Enfin la difficulté à resider dans l'achat du biller pour Oliver dans la vallée de l'Okanagan car en effet si il est possible d'acheter des places sur le site de greyhound pour des « petits trajet » comme Toronto-Montréal on ne peut pas le faire pour des longs trajets.
Le problème est que pour le greyhound Canada (c'est différent pour le greyhound USA) on paye beaucoup plus cher si on prend le billet au dernier moment.
Vous avez le choix entre acheter le billet juste avant votre départ et dans ce cas vous devez payer le plein tarif ou alors l'acheter à J-7 ou J-14 sachant que le billet
Peut être diviser pas 3 si vous l'acheter 14 jours avant votre départ.
Il fallait donc que je soit sur place pour acheter mon billet et suffisamment en avance sur ma date de départ pour la Colombie Britannique.
Je prévoyait donc d'acheter le billet des mon arrivée à Toronto afin de bénéficier du J-7.
Pour résumer mon projet je voulais aller à Toronto, y rester 4 jours puis faire un tour à Niagara Falls pour 2 jours, revenir sur Toronto afin prendre le bus pour Montréal pour rejoindre les deux français.
IL était prévus de rester une semaine à Montréal avant de traverser le Canada en bus.
Une fois arrivé à Oliver je devais très vite trouver un travail pour pouvoir continuer mon voyage en Amérique.
En effet je n'avais que 5OO dollars en poche pour débuter mon trip et de plus cet argent devait me servir à payer les auberges de jeunesse et le billet de bus pour l'Okanagan.
Vous l'avez compris si je ne trouvais pas de job sur place mon temps était compté au Canada et je devrais retourner en France.
Mais je dois dire que j'étais assez rassuré par les différentes discutions sur ce forum relative aux picking cherries.
Mon projet incluait que je parte pour Vancouver une fois mon mois de travail terminé à Oliver.
Enfin de Vancouver si j'avais suffisamment d'argent je prévoyait de descendre jusqu'en Californie en bus pour visiter San Francisco et Los Angeles avec un retour sur Toronto en bus qui me ferait traverser les usa.
Voila pour l'organisation de ce voyage. Demain je debuterai le récit ce ce voyage avec entre autre la préparation de mon sac de voyage, mon vol pour Toronto via Philadelphie ainsi que ma première nuit en Amérique qui a été très froide... c'était dans un parque en plein centre de Torono enmitouflé dans mon sac de couchage avec des sdf pour me tenir compagnie ! Oui car arrivé trop tard l'auberge de jeunesse était fermé !
Voila pour l'organisation de ce voyage. Demain je debuterai le récit ce ce voyage avec entre autre la préparation de mon sac de voyage, mon vol pour Toronto via Philadelphie ainsi que ma première nuit en Amérique qui a été très froide... c'était dans un parque en plein centre de Torono enmitouflé dans mon sac de couchage avec des sdf pour me tenir compagnie ! Oui car arrivé trop tard l'auberge de jeunesse était fermé !
Tu sais créer du suspens... la suite!
La veille de mon départ j'ai préparer mes affaires, j'ai décider de me limiter à un sac de sport et un petit sac à dos eastpack.
Dans mon sac j'ai opter pour un deux jeans, un pull, une paire de chaussure de rechange, 3 ou 4 t-shirts, un k-way.
J'ai biensur une tante acheté à carrefour pour 30 euros sur laquelle j'ai mis un produit qui la rend imperméable don pas besoin de double toit, un convertisseur de prise américaine, un camescope.
J'ai préparer une trousse avec des médicaments et un kit de couture.
Sachant que j'aurais beaucoup de marche j'ai préféré me contenter du minimum.
J'ai imprimer une carte de Toronto, de Niagara falls, de Montréal, de la vallée de l'Okanagan et une de Vancouver que j'ai mis dans une sacoche en bandoulière avec mon portable, mes billet d'avion et Greyhound ainsi que mon argent.
Le matin je me rend à l'aéroport tout heureux de pouvoir enfin partir et de réaliser mon rêve de traverser l'Atlantique. Etant arrivé bien en avance à l'aéroport j'en profite pour changer mes euros en dollars canadiens soit 5OO dollars en poche. Le moment de l'embarquement arrive je suis très excité attendant impatiemment le décollage. En ce jour de Juin il fait vraiment pas beau, il pleut et le ciel est gris ce qui me rend d'autant plus heureux de quitter la France. Après 3O minutes de retard d'avion décolle ! Enfin ! Du ciel j'arrive à distinguer le sol et je me rend compte à quel point l'ile de france n'est vraiment pas jolie vu du ciel, juste des villes et des champs à perte de vue. Après 30 minutes de vol je distingue avec émotion la mer et les côtes françaises et quelques minutes plus tard je survole la verdoyante Irlande dernière terre européenne avant l'imence océan Atlantique. Le vol se passe très bien avec un service irréprochable de la part des hôtesses de l'aire et des stewarts d'US Airways. Après 6 heures de vol nous survolons les premières terres américaines que sont Terre neuve c'est à ce moment que ma voisine française me demande si c'est la première fois que je vais en Amérique et je lui répond que oui. Elle m'explique qu'elle est française mais qu'elle a la double nationalité américaine de part son père, elle se rend à Atlanta pour effectuer un stage dans le cadre de ses études de commerce. L'avion longe la côte est américaine en direction de New York et nous finissons par passer près de Long Island, je suis captivé par cette vue. Quarante minute plus tard l'avion tourne vers l'ouest et s'enfonce en terre américaine en direction de Philadelphie. Peu à peu l'avion perd de l'altitude pour amorcer son atterrissage et je peut voir déjà avec émotion les voiture américaines circulant sur les routes. Je me souviendrais toujours de cette vision des lignes de signalisation jaunes typique des routes américaines. Puis c'est atterrissage, l'avion s' immobilise et la je voit un ciel splendide et une intense luminosité, le soleil est à son zenith (il est 15heures à ce moment). Après la morosité parisienne c'est vraiment un changement radical. Le moment est venu de sortir de l'avion et de ce diriger vers la doine américaine. Mon premier contacte avec l'Amérique fut brutal ! J'arrive devant les différents postes de douane avec un policier américain dans chaque poste. La personne devant moi avance vers un des postes et moi je la suit n'ayant pas vu la ligne blanche devant laquelle on doit attendre son tour ! Haie ! Le flic me lance un énorme : GO BACK NOW ON THE LINE !!! Impressionner je me fait pas prier je recule instantanément et j'en profite pour changer de poste car je préfère éviter ce flic. Mon tour arrive, le flic me pose plein de questions :pourquoi venez vous aux USA ?que faites vous dans la vie ?combien avez vous d'argent sur vous ? Et d'autres questions d'on je ne me souvient plus. Puis il me demande de regarder un objectif pour que je sois pris en photo et il me prend mes empruntes digitales. Il me commande de mettre le doit gauche puis le droit puis le gauche puis encore le doit : « right, left; right, left, right ! right RIGHT ! Je le regarde interloqué car j'ai bien mis l'indexe droit sur la machine mais il me repête encore RIGHT ! En s'énervant puis il me regarde comme si il s'adressait à un simple d'esprit et me demande : « How you say right in french ? » Et la gros soulagement et je fait ; « Ahhhh !!! c'est droit right is droit in french ! » Et la dans un grand sourire il me fait : « yeah droit et gauche ! » et je lui répond ; « yes exatly ! » et il me laisse passer ! ouf !!! A Philadelphie je doit attendre plusieurs heures pour prendre mon vol pour Toronto, je visite donc l'aéroport et ses nombreuses galeries marchandes. Dans la galerie marchande sont disposé des sièges à bascule je m'assoit et commence à observer les américains passant devant moi c'était fascinant ! Puis vers la fin de l'après-midi je prend l'avion pour Toronto, il fait déjà nuit. Une heure de vol et j'atterit au Pearson international airport je prend le bus pour le centre ville puis le métro. Arrivé au centre ville je suis très fatigué et je sai que l'auberge sera sûrement fermé donc je cherche déjà un coin ou dormir. Allant aux toilettes dans galerie marchande de la station de métro je me rend compte que je peut essayer d'y passer la nuit mais en voulant appuyer sur la chasse d'eau je me rend compte que j'ai appuyer sur le bouton d'appel de la sécurité qui se trouve juste à côté ! En 20 secondes 3 gardes arrivent et je leur explique simplement que je me suis trompé de bouton et il me laisse partir! Ouf ! Encore ! Je sort donc de la gare et je suis submergé par l'urbanisme de Toronto avec ses immenses buildings et ses nombreuses banques qui me rappel que je suis dans la capitale financière du Canada (la bourse est à Toronto). Je marche donc une bonne heure cherchant l'auberge de jeunesse et la je suis frappé tout de suite pas la serviabilité des canadiens car un taxi s'arrête immédiatement me voyant perdu avec ma carte et me propose de l'aide ! Déjà dans le bus, alors que je n'avais pas de monnaie sur moi pour payer le bus, trois personnes m'ont proposer de l'argent Arrivé à l'auberge je constate qu'elle est bien fermé en effet il est déjà 1 heures du matin je m'installe donc sur un banc dans un parque en essayant de dormir mais il fait très froid. Et la sous mes pieds il ya un tracte je le ramasse et le lit. Ce tracte dénonce la politique du maire qui fait chasser les sdf du centre ville et notamment de ce parque ou ils on l'habitude de dormir ! Véridique ! J'avais l'impression que ce tracte m'était adressé ! lol Je l'ai dailleur conservé en souvenir ! Quelques minutes plus tard effectivement je vois arriver 3 sans abris qui s'installent pour dormir et le je me dis que si eux le font moi aussi je peut le faire ! Et je trouve un endroit derrière un buisson ou je m'installe de façon à ne pas être vue par les flics canadiens. Dans mon sac de couchage je suis à l'abris du froid et je m'endort paisiblement. Le lendemain je me réveille très tôt, je plie, range mes affaires et je m'assoit sur mon banc observant les écureuils nombreux dans ce parque. Enfin vers 8 heure du matin je me décide à me rendre à l'auberge de jeunesse afin de pauser mes affaires ...
Demain je vous raconte mon séjour à Toronto et mon escapade aux chutes du Niagara !
A suivre...
Le matin je me rend à l'aéroport tout heureux de pouvoir enfin partir et de réaliser mon rêve de traverser l'Atlantique. Etant arrivé bien en avance à l'aéroport j'en profite pour changer mes euros en dollars canadiens soit 5OO dollars en poche. Le moment de l'embarquement arrive je suis très excité attendant impatiemment le décollage. En ce jour de Juin il fait vraiment pas beau, il pleut et le ciel est gris ce qui me rend d'autant plus heureux de quitter la France. Après 3O minutes de retard d'avion décolle ! Enfin ! Du ciel j'arrive à distinguer le sol et je me rend compte à quel point l'ile de france n'est vraiment pas jolie vu du ciel, juste des villes et des champs à perte de vue. Après 30 minutes de vol je distingue avec émotion la mer et les côtes françaises et quelques minutes plus tard je survole la verdoyante Irlande dernière terre européenne avant l'imence océan Atlantique. Le vol se passe très bien avec un service irréprochable de la part des hôtesses de l'aire et des stewarts d'US Airways. Après 6 heures de vol nous survolons les premières terres américaines que sont Terre neuve c'est à ce moment que ma voisine française me demande si c'est la première fois que je vais en Amérique et je lui répond que oui. Elle m'explique qu'elle est française mais qu'elle a la double nationalité américaine de part son père, elle se rend à Atlanta pour effectuer un stage dans le cadre de ses études de commerce. L'avion longe la côte est américaine en direction de New York et nous finissons par passer près de Long Island, je suis captivé par cette vue. Quarante minute plus tard l'avion tourne vers l'ouest et s'enfonce en terre américaine en direction de Philadelphie. Peu à peu l'avion perd de l'altitude pour amorcer son atterrissage et je peut voir déjà avec émotion les voiture américaines circulant sur les routes. Je me souviendrais toujours de cette vision des lignes de signalisation jaunes typique des routes américaines. Puis c'est atterrissage, l'avion s' immobilise et la je voit un ciel splendide et une intense luminosité, le soleil est à son zenith (il est 15heures à ce moment). Après la morosité parisienne c'est vraiment un changement radical. Le moment est venu de sortir de l'avion et de ce diriger vers la doine américaine. Mon premier contacte avec l'Amérique fut brutal ! J'arrive devant les différents postes de douane avec un policier américain dans chaque poste. La personne devant moi avance vers un des postes et moi je la suit n'ayant pas vu la ligne blanche devant laquelle on doit attendre son tour ! Haie ! Le flic me lance un énorme : GO BACK NOW ON THE LINE !!! Impressionner je me fait pas prier je recule instantanément et j'en profite pour changer de poste car je préfère éviter ce flic. Mon tour arrive, le flic me pose plein de questions :pourquoi venez vous aux USA ?que faites vous dans la vie ?combien avez vous d'argent sur vous ? Et d'autres questions d'on je ne me souvient plus. Puis il me demande de regarder un objectif pour que je sois pris en photo et il me prend mes empruntes digitales. Il me commande de mettre le doit gauche puis le droit puis le gauche puis encore le doit : « right, left; right, left, right ! right RIGHT ! Je le regarde interloqué car j'ai bien mis l'indexe droit sur la machine mais il me repête encore RIGHT ! En s'énervant puis il me regarde comme si il s'adressait à un simple d'esprit et me demande : « How you say right in french ? » Et la gros soulagement et je fait ; « Ahhhh !!! c'est droit right is droit in french ! » Et la dans un grand sourire il me fait : « yeah droit et gauche ! » et je lui répond ; « yes exatly ! » et il me laisse passer ! ouf !!! A Philadelphie je doit attendre plusieurs heures pour prendre mon vol pour Toronto, je visite donc l'aéroport et ses nombreuses galeries marchandes. Dans la galerie marchande sont disposé des sièges à bascule je m'assoit et commence à observer les américains passant devant moi c'était fascinant ! Puis vers la fin de l'après-midi je prend l'avion pour Toronto, il fait déjà nuit. Une heure de vol et j'atterit au Pearson international airport je prend le bus pour le centre ville puis le métro. Arrivé au centre ville je suis très fatigué et je sai que l'auberge sera sûrement fermé donc je cherche déjà un coin ou dormir. Allant aux toilettes dans galerie marchande de la station de métro je me rend compte que je peut essayer d'y passer la nuit mais en voulant appuyer sur la chasse d'eau je me rend compte que j'ai appuyer sur le bouton d'appel de la sécurité qui se trouve juste à côté ! En 20 secondes 3 gardes arrivent et je leur explique simplement que je me suis trompé de bouton et il me laisse partir! Ouf ! Encore ! Je sort donc de la gare et je suis submergé par l'urbanisme de Toronto avec ses immenses buildings et ses nombreuses banques qui me rappel que je suis dans la capitale financière du Canada (la bourse est à Toronto). Je marche donc une bonne heure cherchant l'auberge de jeunesse et la je suis frappé tout de suite pas la serviabilité des canadiens car un taxi s'arrête immédiatement me voyant perdu avec ma carte et me propose de l'aide ! Déjà dans le bus, alors que je n'avais pas de monnaie sur moi pour payer le bus, trois personnes m'ont proposer de l'argent Arrivé à l'auberge je constate qu'elle est bien fermé en effet il est déjà 1 heures du matin je m'installe donc sur un banc dans un parque en essayant de dormir mais il fait très froid. Et la sous mes pieds il ya un tracte je le ramasse et le lit. Ce tracte dénonce la politique du maire qui fait chasser les sdf du centre ville et notamment de ce parque ou ils on l'habitude de dormir ! Véridique ! J'avais l'impression que ce tracte m'était adressé ! lol Je l'ai dailleur conservé en souvenir ! Quelques minutes plus tard effectivement je vois arriver 3 sans abris qui s'installent pour dormir et le je me dis que si eux le font moi aussi je peut le faire ! Et je trouve un endroit derrière un buisson ou je m'installe de façon à ne pas être vue par les flics canadiens. Dans mon sac de couchage je suis à l'abris du froid et je m'endort paisiblement. Le lendemain je me réveille très tôt, je plie, range mes affaires et je m'assoit sur mon banc observant les écureuils nombreux dans ce parque. Enfin vers 8 heure du matin je me décide à me rendre à l'auberge de jeunesse afin de pauser mes affaires ...
Demain je vous raconte mon séjour à Toronto et mon escapade aux chutes du Niagara !
A suivre...
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Hello! The itinerary is pretty much set for August 2026. Yeah, I know it’s gonna be *super* hot. But it’s the only time we can get away.
So, here’s the plan: Montpellier-CDG-Dallas.
Stay from July 31 to August 26, 2026: Car rental – check, Hotels – check, Itinerary – almost check, Photo gear – check, Budget – check, 🤪 Meal planning – meh, we’ll see... Walmart, of course, for the cooler when we arrive.
And now, without too much detail...
Fort Worth: The Longhorns and the Stockyards; JR’s ranch (for the missus); Medal of Honor Museum – Arlington.
Houston and NASA Space Center: See the Gulf of Mexico/America.
San Antonio and the missions.
Fort Stockton for an overnight stop.
El Paso via Guadalupe Mountains: El Paso and White Sands.
Tucson and the Pima Air & Space Museum: Tombstone, Bisbee.
Phoenix:
Still working on the program.
Sedona: Round trip around the area via Flagstaff and Williams, or the Grand Canyon (already done) – we’ll decide on the spot.
Albuquerque: Santa Fe, Turquoise Trail, Los Alamos.
Amarillo via Route 66: Old Route 66 in the city; Big Texas Ranch Steak 😏.
Dallas: JFK Museum; Perot Museum; West End district.
And through it all – the road, the road, and more road!!!
We’ll adapt day by day based on our mental and physical state (we’re not exactly spring chickens).
Return to France: Dallas-Montpellier via CDG.
Cheers!
So, here’s the plan: Montpellier-CDG-Dallas.
Stay from July 31 to August 26, 2026: Car rental – check, Hotels – check, Itinerary – almost check, Photo gear – check, Budget – check, 🤪 Meal planning – meh, we’ll see... Walmart, of course, for the cooler when we arrive.
And now, without too much detail...
Fort Worth: The Longhorns and the Stockyards; JR’s ranch (for the missus); Medal of Honor Museum – Arlington.
Houston and NASA Space Center: See the Gulf of Mexico/America.
San Antonio and the missions.
Fort Stockton for an overnight stop.
El Paso via Guadalupe Mountains: El Paso and White Sands.
Tucson and the Pima Air & Space Museum: Tombstone, Bisbee.
Phoenix:
Still working on the program.
Sedona: Round trip around the area via Flagstaff and Williams, or the Grand Canyon (already done) – we’ll decide on the spot.
Albuquerque: Santa Fe, Turquoise Trail, Los Alamos.
Amarillo via Route 66: Old Route 66 in the city; Big Texas Ranch Steak 😏.
Dallas: JFK Museum; Perot Museum; West End district.
And through it all – the road, the road, and more road!!!
We’ll adapt day by day based on our mental and physical state (we’re not exactly spring chickens).
Return to France: Dallas-Montpellier via CDG.
Cheers!
Hello everyone! Really damaged due to flooding caused by runoff after forest fires (a total mess!), does anyone in this friendly forum have any updates on the Apache Trail between Apache Junction and Roosevelt Dam? Is there still a section of the road that’s tough to navigate?
Best,
Best,
Hi there,
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We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road. Thanks for your input!
Laura
We're leaving at the end of June and will be driving the route between Buffalo and Cody. We’ve already booked our accommodations and a rodeo in Cody, but during the day, we’ll be driving between the two and I’m unsure about the itinerary. Which route do you think is the most pleasant, interesting, or scenic between: - The northern route via Highway 14 with Sheridan, Lowell, etc. - The southern route with Highways 16/20/14, passing by Loaf Mountain Overlook, Powder River Pass, Ten Sleep Canyon...
We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road. Thanks for your input!
Laura
Hi everyone! 🙂
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes: - East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop - West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon! Marcalamar 🙂
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes: - East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop - West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon! Marcalamar 🙂
Hi there,
We’re heading to Las Vegas this summer and would love to rent a classic convertible Cadillac or something similar. Any recommendations? Thanks.
We’re heading to Las Vegas this summer and would love to rent a classic convertible Cadillac or something similar. Any recommendations? Thanks.
Hello everyone,
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
Hi everyone! 🙂
Just a quick question about King Canyon and Sequoia National Park.
Before our night in Miramonte, we plan to visit King Canyon. The next stop will be two nights in Three Rivers to explore Sequoia National Park. I wanted to go all the way to Roaring River Falls on the King Canyon Scenic Byway and then turn back to head to Miramonte. Since we’re coming from Oakhurst, Google Maps says it’s 300 km and 5 hours of driving. Since we also want to hike to see the sequoias (Big Stump Area and Grand Grove) before tackling the King Canyon Scenic Byway, the timing’s going to be tight. How far do you recommend going before turning back to miss as few points of interest as possible on the King Canyon Scenic Byway? Thanks for your advice, and have a great evening!
Marcalamar 🙂
Hi everyone!
After years of hoping, waiting, planning, then changing, saving, and searching for the best possible route... we're FINALLY off this summer for a 5-week road trip in the West.
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
Hello.
I’d like to travel along I-15N from San Diego to Las Vegas with my mom, who’s 67. We’ve explored Northern California and the California Coast over the past two years and now want to continue through the desert.
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
Hi there,
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Hi there,
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
Hi,
My 16-year-old son is flying to Grand Rapids with other kids his age. There’s a layover in Detroit. There’s no unaccompanied minor service available. Is it pretty easy to navigate Detroit Airport to catch the connecting flight to Grand Rapids (domestic flight)? There are several of them who speak English well.
Thanks for your replies,
Good evening, everyone! 🙂
Just a few last questions to wrap up our Lake Tahoe visit plans.
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Hi there. I'm shocked by the price of the Upper Antelope Canyon tour—$175 for less than an hour… You might say, "if you can’t afford it…" But the real question is whether it’s really worth it, because $350 for two makes me feel like I’m getting ripped off. For those who’ve done both Lower and Upper, can you tell me if the price difference is really justified? Thanks
Hi everyone! 🙂
As you can see, we're heading back from September 6th to the 27th.
Everything’s booked for September—flights, accommodations, and the car. As I plan, I’ll be asking the experts for help. This is our second trip to California, but most of the stops are new to us.
We’ll start directly from San Francisco to our first overnight stop, Davis, before heading to Lassen Volcanic Park for 4 nights. Our flight lands at 12:50 PM.
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here's a tip for future visitors!
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
Hi everyone,
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
Thanks for advising me on the booking—should I reserve a room in the hotel or go for a cabin for the best view?
Should I get breakfast or not?
What do you think of the restaurant?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
Hello,
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
Hi North America forum crew,
Just a little post that might interest some of you:
Travelers to the United States | Photo Now Mandatory Upon Entry and Exit | La Presse
Hi everyone.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Los Angeles and would like to rent a vehicle at the airport. However, I have a Boursobank Ultim deferred debit card, so I’d love to know if it’s possible for those who’ve experienced this recently. Thanks for the info!
Hi VF community,
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
Hi,
I’m planning a road trip through the American national parks starting from Denver in June 2026.
The price of the pass is jumping from 80 € to 250 € on January 1st, 2026!!!
Is it possible to buy the pass online before the end of the year to lock in the 80 € rate? If so, where and how do I go about it?
Thanks for your tips.
Arnale
Hi there,
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hey everyone!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
Hello,
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan